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KM12 WPV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

244,439 mi
Last recorded244,439 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 WPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 244,439 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 236,080 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 227,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 217,829 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 204,730 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 191,390 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 191,353 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear bump stop split

Pass 29 Jun 2017 174,359 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 155,225 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 113,281 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 112,942 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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KM12 WPV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM12 WPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM12 WPV registered?

KM12 WPV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 3 July 2012.

Is KM12 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM12 WPV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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